Pollution & Waste Management
Pollution represents the introduction of harmful materials (pollutants) into the environment.
Pollution & Waste Management
It changes a medium such as air, water or soil in a way that can make it harmful to people or nature. Waste management is an important element of environmental protection. Sustainable waste management systems incorporate feedback loops, are focused on processes, embody adaptability and divert waste from disposal to reduce and/or eliminate the introduction of pollutants into the atmosphere, soil or water system
Pollution & Waste Management articles
From rubbish to refuse
David Burrows on the stolen concept of a circular economy, and how reduction must be at the heart of product design
Zero Waste Scotland is focused on closing the energy sector’s circularity gap. Kenny Taylor reports on progress so far
The IEMA Circular Economy Network Steering Group has published a guide on how to integrate circular strategies into your business model.
Environmental crimes could result in prison sentences of up to 10 years and company fines of 5% of turnover under a proposed EU law agreed by the European parliament and council.
Ellen Williams on the ecosystem approach to sustainably managing economies
Lorraine Dallmeier unmasks the environmental impact of the cosmetics industry
From eliminating single-use plastics and cutting emissions, to building resilience to pandemics, the list of sustainability issues the NHS has to contend with is endless. Heidi Barnard, PIEMA, head of sustainability at NHS Supply Chain, tells Chris Seekings how she tackles them.
With 90% of the world’s goods transported by ship, the maritime industry is confronting major challenges to safety and supply. Huw Morris reports
